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Having healthy babies while HIV positive
People living with HIV can have healthy pregnancies and healthy babies. The most important steps are early HIV care, effective antiretroviral therapy, viral-load monitoring, and a birth and infant-care plan agreed with the HIV/pregnancy team.
- Get expert HIV and pregnancy care as early as possible.
- Take HIV treatment exactly as prescribed.
- Monitor viral load during pregnancy.
- Discuss delivery planning with your clinic.
- Make a plan for infant testing and any medicines the baby may need.
- Discuss feeding options with your clinical team, as advice can vary by country and individual circumstances.